Planning Appeals
If a planning application has been refused, granted subject to conditions which are considered unreasonable, or has not been determined within the 8 week statutory time period, the applicant has a right of appeal to the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government. A similar right of appeal exists against planning enforcement notices served by the Council.
There is no right of appeal against a planning decision by third parties such as neighbours.
View Current Appeals
Information on Planning Appeals in progress in Lancaster District are now available via Public Access.
How to appeal
Before submitting your appeal you are advised to contact the case officer who dealt with your application to discuss if any amendments to your proposal would overcome the reasons for refusal which will be set out in the decision notice.
You must make your appeal to the Planning Inspectorate within the appropriate time limit:
- Planning applications or Listed Building consent - 6 months from the date of decision
- Householder planning applications - 12 weeks from the date of decision
- Advertisement consent - 8 weeks from the date of decision
- Tree works applications - 2 months from the date of decision
Guidance on how to submit your appeal and electronic forms are available from the Planning Portal.
Appeal forms for you to complete by hand can be obtained from the Planning Inspectorate website.
Appeals Procedure Guides
Appeals are determined using one of three procedures. Each procedure is different and a guide to taking part is available.
Planning Appeals
Written Representations - Guide to taking part in planning appeals by written representations
Hearing - Guide to taking part in planning appeals by a hearing
Inquiry - Guide to taking part in planning appeals by an inquiry
Enforcement Appeals
Written Representations - Guide to taking part in enforcement appeals by written representations
Hearing - Guide to taking part in planning appeals by a hearing
Inquiry - Guide to taking part in planning appeals by an inquiry
Further Information
Planning Inspectorate Frequently Asked Questions
Contact details for the Planning Inspectorate Customer Services